Yellow Goatfish
Mulloidichthys martinicus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–49 m
- Max size: 44.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A yellow striped goatfish that sweeps sandy patches on lagoon and seaward reefs with the pair of barbels under its chin, feeling out buried invertebrates. It often schools alongside the smallmouth grunt in a partnership that confuses predators.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mulliformes › Mullidae › Mulloidichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277991.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellow Goatfish live?
- The Yellow Goatfish (Mulloidichthys martinicus) is typically found at 0–49 m.
- Is the Yellow Goatfish dangerous to divers?
- The Yellow Goatfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellow Goatfish get?
- The Yellow Goatfish grows to about 44.8 cm.